“Fine,” I said, narrowing my eyes. “Keep your secrets.”
“I will,” he answered, chuckling. Alexander took a bite of his own food, and a comfortable silence settled between us.
I savored another bite of the savory chicken, my eyes drifting around the room. The restaurant was filled with happy couples, all engrossed in their dates. It was nice to see so many people enjoying themselves.
But then a memory of the last time I had been here flashed through my mind, and I shuddered involuntarily.
I felt that night was the first time I’d seen David’s true nature. When the manipulation and charm were stripped away, he had revealed himself as a vicious creature, ready to lash out.
Word of this engagement would reach him quickly, and I had no idea how he might react. I was already
